The city of Östersund is already excited by now because of the Biathlon World Championship which will take place from the 8th to the 17th of february 2008. After the World Cup prelude in the season 2006/2007, the town at the Storsjön lake will be in the centre of the sporting attention again and is the host for athletes from all over the world. Östersund is one of the most popular winter sports places in Sweden and offers a variety of hotels, restaurants and entertainment contact points. The atmosphere is kind and open. The ski stadium offers space for up to 20.000 visitors and a good view on all cross-coutry ski runs and the shooting ranges.